Lemonade Recipe
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Ingredients
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Ingredients
Method
Directions
- 1
Prepare the Lemons
Roll the fresh lemons on a countertop to soften them. Cut them in half and juice them into a measuring cup, discarding the seeds.
- 2
Mix Sugar and Water
In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of granulated sugar with 1 cup of water. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugar completely dissolves. Remove from heat and let it cool to room temperature.
- 3
Combine Ingredients
In a large pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice, the sugar-water mixture, and 3 cups of cold water. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
- 4
Taste and Adjust
Taste the lemonade and adjust sweetness by adding more sugar or water as desired. Stir until fully mixed.
- 5
Serve
Add ice cubes to glasses and pour the lemonade over the ice. Garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired.
